Rim Protector Failure
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Compared to even ten years ago, more and more cars are coming with bigger and bigger wheels, meaning thinner tire profiles. That means more potential for wheel damage from potholes and curbs. Most low profile tires I've seen have a "rim protector", which is just a raised ridge of rubber that's supposed to protect the…
AUTO MT 8M RED Car Universal Alloy Wheel Rim Ring Tyre Guard Edge Protector Beading Alloy Wheel Edge Ring Rim Protectors Tyres Tire Guard Rubber
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AUTO MT 8M RED Car Universal Alloy Wheel Rim Ring Tyre Guard Edge Protector Beading Alloy Wheel Edge Ring Rim Protectors Tyres Tire Guard Rubber
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Is this a MOT fail- tyre.
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Scuffs by Rimblades Alloy Wheel Rim Protectors Installation Video
AUTO MT 8M RED Car Universal Alloy Wheel Rim Ring Tyre Guard Edge Protector Beading Alloy Wheel Edge Ring Rim Protectors Tyres Tire Guard Rubber
![](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51dqI2iBg0S._AC_UF1000,1000_QL80_.jpg)
AUTO MT 8M RED Car Universal Alloy Wheel Rim Ring Tyre Guard Edge Protector Beading Alloy Wheel Edge Ring Rim Protectors Tyres Tire Guard Rubber
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Tyre damage - Page 1 - General Gassing - PistonHeads UK
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Should You Buy Tyres With a Rim Protector? »
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Kerbed wheel- cut in rim protector, does it matter? - Page 1 - General Gassing - PistonHeads UK
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Alloygator Alloy Wheel Protection (Made in Britain) Rim Protector Complete Set of 4 RED Color Excellent Fitment (FITS 13 to 21 OEM Factory Rims & Aftermarket Wheels) : : Car & Motorbike
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Cracked Rim Protector (Maybe) : r/MechanicAdvice